‘Douglas Development filed a permit application to put up the temporary banner in late August, but a city spokesperson tells WBEN the company erected the banner before receiving the permit.’
BillsBeat - September 17, 2024
Bills fans captivated by large Josh Allen billboard in Niagara Square
‘”I think this is great, and I think it’s really cool. It’s like a sense of community,” said Alexia Calcatera from Amherst. “It’s bringing people together, and it’s really historic that building, the Statler. It’s great.”‘
Have expectations for the Buffalo Bills changed in 2024?
‘With extra time to prepare for Jacksonville, the Bills want to keep their win streak alive as a desperate Jags team comes to Orchard Park. But is the winning sustainable and how much have we learned about the Bills after two weeks?’
Statler owner didn’t have permission to display Josh Allen banner
‘However, the city’s permit commissioner told WIVB News 4 that developer Douglas Jemal did not technically have permission to display the large advertisement because the zoning board is currently in recess and couldn’t issue a permit yet.’
Josh Allen featured on the Statler building in Downtown Buffalo
‘The poster reads ‘IS IT IN YOU?’ and is based around the 30 second ad titled ‘HELLO COACH | JOSH ALLEN’ Gatorade released the campaign ad a week ago ahead of the Bills vs. Dolphins game.’
Reaction to Josh Allen poster in Downtown Buffalo
‘“It’s great to see. It’s kind of New York City-ish, and I think it’s awesome,” he said.’
BillsBeat - September 16, 2024
Bills defense living up to tradition of limiting explosive passes
The Bills have yielded the fewest pass plays of 20-or-more yards in the NFL since 2017, when McDermott arrived. The Bills ranked seventh in fewest pass plays of 20-plus yards allowed last year. They were 14th in 2022. They led the NFL in 2021, 2019 and ‘2018 in preventing big pass plays.
Jaguars star may miss matchup vs. Bills after suffering pregame injury in Week 2
‘The Jacksonville Jaguars suffered a major blow to their offense on Sunday ahead of their matchup against the Cleveland Browns. During pregame warmups, tight end Evan Engram suffered a hamstring injury. The team ruled Engram out of action against Cleveland shortly after the injury took place.’
Josh Allen 'airborne' over Buffalo
‘A building-sized mural featuring the Buffalo Bills quarterback began to emerge on the side of the Statler Building over the weekend downtown. It’s an eye-catching ad for Gatorade and says, “Is it in you?”‘
Josh Allen billboard installed in Downtown Buffalo
‘A massive photo of Josh Allen in a Gatorade ad now hangs on the side of the Statler Hotel, facing Niagara Square.’
Bills Mafia donates $16K to Tua Foundation following concussion
‘“Being in the Dolphins fans’ positions and trying to put myself there, I would have instantly been sick to my stomach,” said Kristen Kimmick, the founder of Bills Mafia Babes.’
What They're Saying | Buffalo Bills earn early season respect with 2-0 start in 2024
‘”Why is everybody surprised by this? This was a complete whooping from start to finish… People want them to go away. They’re tired, they’re tired. They want the new thing… No, no they’re not. It’s the Bills. It’s the Ferrari guys. It’s all I could say is that you’re not getting a new thing. If you want a new thing, look in another division because this one’s taken.”‘
BillsBeat - September 15, 2024
Ryan O'Halloran: What Bills have learned about themselves through two games
‘And yet here the Buffalo Bills are with a 2-0 record, a plus-27 point differential, four takeaways and six sacks.’
Position grades: Bills' physicality on line of scrimmage draws Sean McDermott praise
‘Offensive line (4.5). Blocking was beautiful on Cook’s 49-yard touchdown run. Spencer Brown and O’Cyrus Torrence double-teamed Da’Shawn Hand, and Connor McGovern made a power solo block on Brandon Pili to seal a big lane for Cook. Torrence had a couple nice solo blocks, too. The Bills barely needed to throw. But the pass protection by Brown against outstanding linebacker Jaelan Phillips was good, and Dion Dawkins was a powerhouse on the other side. Alec Anderson is showing his feistiness, as the Bills used him as a third tackle on eight plays. He had good knockdown blocks on defensive ends Quintin Bell and Calais Campbell in the second half.’
Joe Brady watch: Bills rolled with 3 wideouts against the Dolphins
‘The Buffalo Bills’ game plan Thursday against Miami called for a heavy dose of three-wideout formations – unlike last week when 11 and 12 personnel got almost equal run. The Bills wanted to spread out the Dolphins and keep them in a nickel defense, with five defensive backs. The first 23 snaps by the Bills offense were in 11 personnel. After the Bills built a big lead, they bulked up, inserting tackle Alec Anderson as a third tackle on nine plays.’